A Longitudinal Study of Emotional Distress and the Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine in women with Breast Cancer
Abstract
The study purpose is to examine the extent to which levels of depression and anxiety and coping at three-five months post-diagnosis are related to complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use at initial assessment and follow-up at 9 and 15 months. This study will also identify the types of CAM sought after by women with higher levels of anxiety and depression. Additional aims of the study are to provide pilot data for further research in developing interventions (such as mood regulation skills, coping skills training or treatment information) to meet the emotional needs and healthcare expectations of breast cancer patients. In conclusion, during this middle phase of the project, the primary function for the research team was to recruit participants and collect data. Fifty-one participants have completed the first questionnaire of the study and 22 have completed the second questionnaire, yielding preliminary descriptive results about the sample. The award has supported and quality training experience for the trainee and has supported her to continue to make satisfactory progress on her dissertion.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 01, 2003
- Accession Number
- ADA421589
Entities
People
- Dianne M. Shumay
Organizations
- University of Hawaiʻi System